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The Secret Life of CeeCee Wilkes

By: Diane Chamberlain
Narrated by: Cris Dukehart
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In 1977, pregnant Genevieve Russell disappeared. Twenty years later, her remains are discovered and Timothy Gleason is charged with murder. But there is no sign of the unborn child. CeeCee Wilkes knows how Genevieve Russell died, because she was there. And she also knows what happened to the missing infant, because two decades ago she made the devastating choice to raise the baby as her own. Now Timothy Gleason is facing the death penalty, and she has another choice to make: tell the truth, and destroy her family, or let an innocent man die in order to protect a lifetime of lies....

©2006 CeeCee Wilkes (P)2013 Tantor

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i love this story

this was an awesome story beautifully written kept my interest from start to finish

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Thanks again, Diane Chamberlain

This is a beautifully crafted story in every way. I recommend it for all age groups. I identified and cares about all characters. I could not stop listening and highly recommend it.

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CC Wilkes you had me at hello!

Best book in forever! This story of a 16 year old who is seduced into assisting with a kidnapping with a terrible, unexpected outcome had me on pins and needles. I literally had to stop listening several times due to anxiety! I was on the edge of my seat and there were many unexpected turns. Totally not what I expected in this book. Diane Chamberlain is definitely my new favorite author.

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Great book! Just get through the beginning

I felt like this book started off so slow. But looking back, there was lots of reasons as to why. Stick with it. Once the kidnapping happens it’s hard to put down after. Very well played with the different twist. Well written to feel all the emotions.
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Kept my interest!

Very interesting. Couldn't figure out the ending as I do with most books. Would definitely listen to another book by this author

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Very capturing story!

This was a page turner. I couldn't stop reading/listening as the story continued and got deeper into the characters lives. I highly recommend this read.

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Not my cup of tea

None of it made much sense to me. I kept reading and hoping it would get better but it stayed stupid for the most part.

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keeps you interested with twist and turns

Loved it. Couldn't put it down. Very capturing. It's easy to listen to but the narrator takes a little getting used to because of the multiple characters.

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Another Great Diane Chamberlain Novel

CeeCee Wilkes is 16 and in love with her older boyfriend. When he comes up with a plan to kidnap the governor's wife in order to try to free his sister from prison, CeeCee agrees to go along with his plan. However, the plan starts to derail when CeeCee finds out that the governor's wife is pregnant and her life and the life of the unborn baby are thrust into CeeCee's hands. I won't give away any more details in order to save the surprises for anyone choosing to read this.
As always, Diane Chamberlain weaves a story filled with twists and turns that keeps you captivated. This is a fast paced story spanning close to 30 years. There is never a dull moment and the last few moments reveal a deep revelation that was impossible to see coming!

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Amazing

the twist and turns of this book are unreal . an amazing read could not put it down

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